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Glenn’s departure followed soon thereafter and Rock looked up an old friend, “female” drummer, Julie Vollmer. She hung out with the same circle of friends that Rock did tearing up the streets of OC and Hollywood in the 1980’s. Her drumming ability is something to be seen. John likens her style to someone “attacking heavy artillery.”

The band continued gigging anywhere they could from the shores of San Diego to Orange Counties as well as Catalina. They played several EMS shows at Anaheim Stadium and in 2004 they were the first band to play Original Mike’s in Santa Ana, and have continued playing there regularly ever since.

In 2005 Bruce and the band parted ways, and after numerous auditions, the band found jazz influenced bassist, Mark Croft. Mark brought a technical element to the band and his abilities enabled him get up-to-speed with the band’s large repertoire in a short time. The band continued a heavy schedule playing bars, fairs, private parties and even the House Of Blues in Anaheim.

Mark left the band in 2007 to pursue his jazz interests and, once again, the band needed a bass player. After various auditions, they found the perfect fit to compliment the rest of the band in a Welsh gent named Ian Thomas. Ian moved from Wales to the US around the time Midnite Train played their first gig. His quick learning abilities as well as his witty sense of humor and positive attitude are unparalleled. After a very successful and enjoyable 2 year run, Ian had become extremely busy with his career and was not able to continue with the band.

In March 2010 the band was pleased to announce it's newest member, Phil Garcia, on bass. Phil brings great talent and an equally enjoyable personality, that will mesh well with the rest of the band.

“We’re having more fun now than we ever have,” said the bands drummer in a recent interview.

The band continues to gig anywhere and everywhere. The annual shows include the Anaheim Stadium’s EMS events, the Orange County Fair and the Orange International Street Fair. The band is also scheduled to record with the new lineup, so keep an eye out for new music from Midnite Train and they hope to see you at a gig soon.